Everyone who spends time outdoors should know the 10 essential items you should take with you on your outdoor adventures. Help a park interpreter pack these essential items as they discuss why you need them. A 15-minute interactive program will start...
15458 Sheperd Springs Road
Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004
United States
Want to relax in a kayak while exploring on the open water? Join a park interpreter for a guided kayak tour on Lake Fort Smith. Preregistration is required and space is limited. Register at the marina or call (479) 369-1018. Ages under 6 are not...
103 Franklin Street
Washington, AR 71862
United States
Be part of a hands-on experience making candles and learning the history of candle making. Not only will you make your own creations, but you will take them home so everyone can enjoy the colors and fragrances of the candle that you create. The...
16728 West State Hwy. 155
Dardanelle, AR 72834
United States
Join a park interpreter as we explore prescribed burns and their role in forest management. While fire is often seen as destructive, it is an important and beneficial tool that helps maintain healthy forests, reduce wildfire risk and support native...
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74
West Fork, AR 72774
United States
Celebrate springtime at Devil’s Den State Parkthrough different types of art! Be sure to bring your camera and learn the basics of nature photography and put your skills to the test. We'll be wandering down a short section (0.25-mile) of the Devil's...
16728 West State Hwy. 155
Dardanelle, AR 72834
United States
Step onto the trail at Mount Nebo State Park for a relaxed, beginner-friendly birding hike. Using the three B’s—binoculars, a bird book, and the birds around us—participants will learn the basics of identifying common birds by sight and sound.
15458 Sheperd Springs Road
Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004
United States
Meet a park interpreter and get the inside scoop of which fish are biting in Lake Fort Smith. Discover habitats and feeding behavior that will help you become a better angler. You will have the opportunity to construct your own lure, but supplies are...
Join a park interpreter as we learn the ins and outs of backpacking and long-distance hiking. This workshop will cover topics such as how to plan a route, proper outdoor ethics to follow, what to pack (and what not to!), how to properly distribute...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Join a park interpreter for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
What is the difference between a wildflower and a weed? Join a park interpreter on this easy 1/2-mile hike as we explore the beautiful wildflowers along the Sinking Stream Trail.
5451 Mountain Pine Rd
Mountain Pine, AR 71956
United States
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife, history, and geology found along the lakeshore...
5451 Mountain Pine Rd
Mountain Pine, AR 71956
United States
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a cruise aboard our tour boat, with a park interpreter as your guide to explore the wildlife, history, and...
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74
West Fork, AR 72774
United States
Celebrate springtime at Devil’s Den State Park through different types of art. Take a moment to enjoy and capture the scenery through watercolor painting and discover how art has always been tied to the park. Supplies are provided but limited.
5752 State Park Lane
Harrisburg, AR 72432
United States
What is pollution? How does it affect our waterways? Join a park interpreter for an interactive demo of what can happen when we dump things into waterways and lakes. How can we keep the fish in Lake Poinsett healthy?
